{"id":50553,"date":"2023-10-30T15:10:22","date_gmt":"2023-10-30T22:10:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cronometer.com\/blog\/?p=50553"},"modified":"2024-05-14T18:17:24","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T01:17:24","slug":"support-brain-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cronometer.com\/blog\/support-brain-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Brain Boost: 5 Nutrition Tips To Improve Brain Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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How To Eat To Improve Brain Function<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The brain is one of the most complex and vital organs in the human body, and it requires a variety of nutrients to operate at its best. While a balanced diet is crucial for overall health, certain foods and nutrients can specifically benefit brain function, which will in turn help to improve your memory, improve mood regulation, reduce fatigue and so much more.\u00a0<\/p>

Read below for five science-backed nutrition tips that can help improve your brain function. Brain boosting food suggestions included!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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First up on the list of nutrients for your nog: Omega-3s.\u00a0These are essential fats that the body can’t produce on its own. They play a role in building brain and nerve cells, supporting memory and learning, and fighting against mental disorders.<\/div>
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Omega-3 rich, brain supporting foods include fatty fish (like salmon, mackerel, and sardines), flaxseed, walnuts, and chia seeds.<\/div>
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To see how your Omega-3 intake is stacking up, take a look at your Nutrition Report<\/a>\u00a0in Cronometer.<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Antioxidants<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Antioxidants (like vitamin C and E) play a vital role in supporting brain health by combatting oxidative stress and inflammation, two significant factors in cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases.<\/div>
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The brain is particularly susceptible to oxidative stress<\/a> due to its high metabolic activity and abundance of polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are prone to oxidation.<\/div>
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Chronic oxidative stress is believed to be a contributing factor in the development of various neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s disease.<\/div>
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Antioxidants neutralize oxygen reactive species, thereby preventing the oxidative damage they can cause.<\/div>
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It’s worth noting, however, that while a diet rich in antioxidants can support brain health, relying solely on supplements may not offer the same benefits.<\/div>
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Try to get your brain supporting antioxidants from natural food sources, like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.<\/div>
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Gold subscribers<\/a> can easily take a glance at their Antioxidant Nutrition Score<\/a>. If you’re a free user, head to your Nutrition Report<\/a> and look at Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Beta-carotene, Lutein + Zeaxanthin, Lycopene, B2, Copper, Zinc, Manganese and Selenium.\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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B vitamins, particularly B12, B6, and folic acid, are essential for a range of brain functions including producing energy, synthesizing and repairing DNA, neurotransmitter synthesis and homocysteine metabolism.<\/div>
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Science Says:<\/strong> A study in the “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition” found that high-dose B-vitamin treatment can slow the atrophy of specific brain regions that are vulnerable in the Alzheimer’s disease process3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/div><\/div>
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Foods that are high in brain supporting B vitamins include whole grains, beans, peas, and lentils.<\/div>
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As always, if you’re wondering if you’re getting enough B vitamins you can check your Nutrition Report<\/a> for your intake of the full range.<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Stay Hydrated<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Hydration plays a crucial role in maintaining overall brain health and function.

Even mild dehydration can impair various aspects of brain function, including concentration, alertness, and short-term memory.<\/p><\/div>